Curiosity sits at the intersection of creativity, effective human interactions, problem-solving and purposeful change. Unfortunately, the pace of life — at home, work, and school — often sidetracks our natural curiosity. So, listen as we look at the familiar from a different angle or something new as a possibility to consider.
An encouraging shift we're seeing is a move toward greater student agency. Our guest, 11th grade literature teacher Kerry Graham, explains how to develop it.
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Kirsten and I get to sit on the other side of the MIC to discuss purpose and innovation with Brad Wright on his “School of Purpose” podcast.
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Aaron Pribble, a social studies teacher and author discusses how writing engages kids and helps them develop agency as they hone a critical life skill.
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When is the best time to make changes to K-12 education? Dr. Kim Fleming, President of Core Education points out that changes are already happening.
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In this episode, Jeff takes a nostalgic trip, and social studies educators Larry Cuban and Phil Roden discuss the state of social studies education today.
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How can we create better learning experiences for today’s students? Transcend’s Jenee Henry Wood suggests “By helping them develop what they’ll need to thrive tomorrow.”
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What’s considered when creating a school experience for today’s students facing tomorrow’s world? A unique combination of design principles and ethos explains educator, Tom Woelper.
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What is happiness? Kim Strobel, a former teacher turned happiness coach explains how we can prioritize our well-being and our personal mission to experience it.
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If we want active citizens, reflective thinkers, and confident leaders, teacher Ben Pendarvis explains we must give students more experiences to inhabit these roles.
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Do you confidently sing your life song? Or is it waiting to be played? Educator Barbara Bray helps us understand the importance of those questions.
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Want to improve race relations? Then understand what’s going on in that 3lb weight sitting on your shoulders. Jason Greer, an employee relations consultant, explains.
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Lead in a crisis? If you’re mission-driven, the decision points aren’t hard to see, argues Rick Woldenberg, Chairman and CEO of three educational publishing companies.
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What’s happening and not happening in U.S. K12 Education? What do all successful changes hinge on? Frank Zaccari and I discuss.
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Innovate within our current schools? Transform education completely? We can and must do both argues author Tom Hatch, a professor at Teachers College, Columbia University.
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Post COVID-19, how can you take the learning outside the walls of the school? Nutritionist Grace McGuirk plants a seed of an idea worth fertilizing.
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Children of color are held back by negative stereotypes. Educator Alexs Pate explains how we can rewrite that script to create an environment of "innocence."
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Two of the most fundamental educational changes gaining a lot of attention today are student and teacher agency. Author and researcher, Heather Clayton Staker explains.
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Even without COVID-19, leading a class, school or district isn’t easy. You have to be focused on what matters most. Superintendent Mike Hynes explains.
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